Bombers on the Skyline - Stories of a Coventry girl in the Blitz & beyond, with LVP as the backdrop

Schedule

Wed Sep 24 2025 at 07:30 pm to 08:30 pm

UTC+01:00

Location

Sherbourne Community Church | Coventry, EN

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The experiences of a Coventry girl in the Blitz and afterwards, against the backdrop of Lake View Park. Olga Stew grew up living on Prince of Wales Road and was 9 on the night of the November 1940 Blitz. At this event, her son, Chris West, tells her story. Refreshments available. Free event but donations (in cash) are welcome on the night.
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Sherbourne Community Church, Lammas Road,,Coventry, United Kingdom

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